Contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN 2
Risks come from reused needles, open-chamber serum containers, ignoring contraindications, and adjustable-depth pens used at deeper settings than appropriate for self-administration
Stimulant-type drugs like phentermine (Adipex-P) often lead to trouble sleeping (insomnia), increased blood pressure, fast heart rate, restlessness, drug dependence, abuse, and withdrawal symptoms
Clinical practice guidelines of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) on bariatric surgery: update 2020 endorsed by IFSO-EC, EASO and ESPCOP
Microdoses are generally very low doses compared to standard doses and are used off-label
Inject into the thigh, abdomen, or upper arm, and rotate the injection site each week